sing2 muk6醒目
Jyutpingsing2 muk6
Yalesíng muhk
Definition
Eye-catching; easily noticeable.
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How it's used
Describes both a person's quick-witted intelligence and an object's visual prominence. When referring to people, it implies someone who is street-smart and knows how to handle situations effectively. When referring to objects, it highlights something that stands out clearly against its surroundings.
Examples
He is very sharp; he can see through what you are thinking at a glance.
This design is so eye-catching, if you put it at the door, people will definitely look.
Related words
Common mistake
Do not confuse this with 醒, which simply means to wake up or to be sober. While 醒目 describes a sharp or clever person, 醒 alone does not carry the connotation of being street-smart or quick-witted.
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Grammar guides
- NegationHow to say no, not, didn't, and don't in Cantonese. The four main negation words and when to use each one.
- Numbers and moneyCounting, talking about money, and asking how much things cost. Includes the two words for two and the everyday words for dollars and cents.
- Aspect markersCantonese has no tenses, but it does have aspect markers. Learn how zo2, gwo3, gan2, and hai2 dou6 show completion, experience, and ongoing action.
